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Meaning:
epigram

a short saying expressing an idea in a clever and amusing way, e.g. 'To know you is to love you'

witticism

jest

as a joke

joke

joke

something said or done to cause amusement

fun, quip

pleasantry

an informal and friendly remark

nice remark

quip

(to make) a clever, witty or sarcastic remark or saying

witty communication, often verbal

remark

a comment or opinion; to say something (which is more usual)

comment, observation

repartee

(the making of) amusing remarks and answers

pleasant conversation

spoof

(to produce) an amusing and exaggerated or deceptive account

trick, mockery

wit

intelligence; understanding; quickness of mind; a clever and humorous expression of ideas; liveliness of spirit

humor

witticism

wit

funny message

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